Diriyah [1] (Arabic: الدِرْعِيّة, ad-Dir‘īyah, approximate meaning ‘place of armor’ [2]), formerly romanized as Dereyeh [3] and Dariyya, [4] is a town and governorate in Saudi Arabia. Located …

Visit the birthplace of Saudi Arabia and walk in the footsteps of visionaries and kings. Discover Diriyah, a place of beginnings, old and new.

The birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and ancestral home to the Al Saud family, Diriyah is a place of history and heritage to Saudis, a vital source of cultural identity and national pride.

Diriyah is steeped in history as the former capital of the first Saudi State. This charming town allows travellers to explore Saudi Arabia's rich past and culture.

4 days ago · We look forward to welcoming you to Diriyah, The City of Earth! Here is the door that connects you to the past and the future, where our story began and continues to unfold. An …

The Emirate of Diriyah (Arabic: إِمَارَةُ الدِّرْعِيَّةِ, Imārat Dir'iyyah), also known as the first Saudi state, [1] was established in February 1727 (1139 AH).

Explore Diriyah, a UNESCO site with rich Saudi history. Discover ancient architecture and cultural heritage in this historic area. Learn more!

Diriyah (الدِرْعِيّة, ad-Dir‘īyah) is a town in the Nejd region of Saudi Arabia, on the northwestern outskirts of Riyadh. Diriyah is the ancestral home of the Saud dynasty and served as their …

Jan 28, 2025 · Founded in the 15th century, Diriyah’s At-Turaif is home to traditional Najdi buildings, an 18th-century palace museum, many smaller museums displaying local life and …

Apr 19, 2024 · Diriyah is famous for being the birthplace of the first Saudi state and the seat of power for the Al Saud dynasty. Its historic sites, such as the Salwa Palace and the At Turaif …